Taryn VanderPyl

Taryn VanderPyl is an Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Sciences at Western Oregon University and Editor-in-chief of the Journal of Restoration, Rehabilitation, and Reentry (R3). Her research focuses on interventions within and legislation concerning juvenile and adult corrections that affect reentry and recidivism, as well as addressing social hostility toward those with justice system involvement. Dr. VanderPyl’s work on affecting the outcomes of youth and adults in these systems has led to participation in numerous academic, behavioral, and reintegration programs in both juvenile and adult correctional facilities with a priority on emphasizing the voices of those seldom heard. Dr. VanderPyl has presented on behalf of her research participants and fellow change agents at multiple national and regional criminal justice conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals across various related fields of study.

Publications

Restorative Justice in Rural Schools: The Transformative Power of Rural Educators
Restorative Justice in Rural Schools: The Transformative Power of Rural Educators
Taryn VanderPyl. © 2023. 19 pages.
There are conflicting descriptions of rural contexts, particularly as they relate to school discipline and juvenile justice. However, there are some consistencies that can guide...